Dolomites to Prosecco & Venice

Introduction
Northern Italy Italy
From Cortina, the city in the Dolomites, you hike south to Venice, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

This hiking trip offers a lot of variety: forest paths, panoramic views, vineyards, plateaus, interesting towns and much more await you. Experience culture and customs in the province of Belluno, wander through the vineyards, where the well-known Valdobbiadene Prosecco is grown and enjoy the Italian flair at an „Aperitivo“ in Belluno and Venice.

The hike runs along marked mountain and hiking trails. The tour is suitable for anyone with a good basic condition. Larger climbs are overcome by cable car and it is possible to shorten the stages by using public transport and/or taxi.

Accomodation

Accommodations
During this trip, nights are spent in different locations.

Description
Accommodations in 3 star hotels offering private bedrooms with ensuite facilities.

Local tax
Some cities charge a tourist tax. These taxes are not included in the sale price of the tour and must be paid directly by you at check-in or check-out at the hotels.
This fee varies depending on the hotel category, the season and the number of days of stay. It is usually between 1 and 5 € per person per night.


Meals
All breakfasts are included.

Riding

Itinerary

Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival in Cortina d’Ampezzo
Individual arrival at the hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Cortina d’Ampezzo

Day 2: Cortina d’Ampezzo to San Vito di Cadore
Slightly above the bottom of the valley you walk on a forest path with a view of the Sorapis massif and on the right the rock formation of the „Five Towers“ - Cinque Torri. Through the Boite Valley you reach San Vito di Cadore.
Ascent: approx. 200 m / descent: approx. 370 m / approx. 4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in San Vito di Cadore

Day 3: San Vito di Cadore to Pieve di Cadore
You can shorten the first part of the hike by taking the chair lift to the Rifugio Scotter Palatini (ticket not included).
Following the Via Alpini hiking trail you reach the Passo dei Camosci and then the Galassi mountain hut. Once there, you have already reached the highest point of the hike. Along the way you can enjoy the view of the well-known mountains such as Monte Pelmo, Civetta and Antelao. Through the valley d‘Oten you walk along the river Molinà.
There is the possibility, after about 16 km to take a taxi directly to Pieve de Cadore from the Bar Alla Pineta (taxi not included). Otherwise, you can hike to Calazo di Cadore and take the bus from there to Pieve di Cadore (not included).
Ascent: approx. 550 to 1100 m / descent: approx. 950 to 1300 m / approx. 4-5 or 7-8 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Pieve de Cadore

Day 4: Pieve di Cadore to Perarolo
Above Calalzo di Cadore you walk towards Tai di Cadore and continue to Valle di Cadore. Here we recommend a short detour to the church of St. Martin in Valle di Cadore. Continue along the hiking trail „Cammino delle Dolomiti“ and hike to Calalzo di Cadore. From here you take the public bus to today‘s stage destination Belluno „The small Venice in the mountains“.
Ascent: approx. 550 m / descent: approx. 750 m / approx. 4-5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Belluno

Day 5: Nevegal to Revine
After a short transfer you arrive at the well-known plateau Nevegal. From there you can see the Santa Croce and Lake Morto. Before reaching the plains in the coming days, today you walk along the ridge and enjoy a wonderful 360° panorama. In one of the romantic mountain huts you can get a delicious refreshment before descending to Revine.
Ascent: approx. 510 m / descent: approx. 1620 m / approx. 6-7 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Revine

Day 6: Revine to Conegliano
Transfer in the morning. The hike southwards continues and takes you on the „Dream path Munich - Venice“ hiking trail. After some small hills, you will reach Molinetto della Croda with an old, very beautiful watermill. You wander through beautiful vineyards which invite you to try at least one glass of Prosecco in the evening. After a short train ride from Conegliano you reach Treviso, the fashion city in north-eastern Italy. If you want, you can also take the bus to Conegliano from Refrontolo.
Ascent: approx. 360 m / descent: approx. 540 m / approx. 6-7 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Treviso

Day 7: Treviso to Quarto d‘Altino
Today‘s stage runs along the river Sile and its nature reserve. Here you will find small lakes, peat bogs and watercourses. The area is known for the numerous bird species that nest there. You continue to Quarto d‘Altino and then take the train to Mestre.
Ascent: approx. 0 m / descent: approx. 0 m / approx. 5-6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Mestre

Day 8: Departure
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
Meals included: Breakfast

Rates and Dates for Dolomites to Prosecco & Venice

Dates Note: Custom dates possible for groups of 5+ pax

Other Info
Meeting: Cortina d’Ampezzo
Airport: Innsbruck or Treviso
Transfer:

Climate:
                                San Vito di Carore area